Vehicle Description
You gotta get excited about a pickup that has spent over half a
century as a workhorse, and yet it's eligible for survivor status
at you next car show. This 1962 Ford F-100 is a true lesson in
honest endurance, right down to its original motor.
Take a look at that Viking Blue paintwork. It has an honest
condition that's going to attract all sorts of attention, and some
people will wonder if you're driving a barn find. It's the kind
interest you couldn't generate with a pickup that cost four times
as much! This truck was about going to work, that's why you won't
find much brightwork here beyond the original Ford and Custom Cab
badges. But that's actually is an advantage. With the bumpers,
factory wheel covers, and roof all rendered in white, you get a
terrific two-tone style presentation.
The colors of the exterior continue inside. It's especially nice on
the blue and white dashboard. The proper instruments are still in
place, right down to the heat/defrost controls and clear
speedometer. We believe the steering wheel is original, and it has
that perfect worn in feeling where you'll be reminded of the
workmen who came before you every time you grab ahold. And we know
you'll love the old-school mechanical feeling of rowing through the
column-mounted shifter. The total experience will make even trips
to the supermarket feel like you're out in the fields on a hay
run.
Under the hood is the original 223 cubic-inch inline six. The
"Mileage Maker" motor was important for those who like using their
trucks on the long haul. It's an important powerplant that's rarely
seen anymore...that's why we're so happy to see it still under the
hood. And with the correct red valve cover and slick black engine
bay, this one shows signs that it has been treated with the respect
it deserves. Plus, averaging only about 900 miles annually makes it
an appealing survivor. Good maintenance also means this one runs
smooth and makes a hypnotic exhaust note. With well-matched gears
in the three-speed manual transmission, it keeps up with traffic
without any issues. And you might have even noticed that the front
suspension has been given some recent attention, including an
upgrade to front disc brakes. It's the kind of package that can
surprise a lot of folks as they see you driving around town or
going on a lumber yard run.
The stories this ultra-low mileage pickup can tell and the places
it can still go are worth the very affordable price all on its own.
That's why this original and authentic F-100 is not going to stay
with us long. Don't miss out, call today!
